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10 October 2012

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UC Berkeley Network News

Recovered from Gould UNIX version 6.8, for the Gould 9540.
File appears as /usr/news/net.

Changes in the UC Berkeley CSRG network, December 1978 – February 1980.

Bug Fixes and Changes in 4.1BSD

Recovered from Gould UNIX version 6.8, for the Gould 9540.
File appears as /usr/doc/4.1bsd.

Bill Joy's document – 10 May 1980.

Documents (PDF)

Apollo

Apollo Computer Inc. Second Quarter Report 1985

Apollo Computer Inc. - 02402-151
[1985]

color illus., 11.75" x 9" fanfold, PDF version 1.3

DOMAIN System User's Guide

Apollo Computer Inc. - 005488-02
2nd. ed. [1987]

304 p. illus., 5.5" x 8.5", PDF version 1.3

Introduction to the DOMAIN Computing System: provides detailed information about the system and describes how to use it to perform various computing tasks. Companion and follow-up to Getting Started With Your DOMAIN System. Covers AEGIS and the DM quite thoroughly, and is a great resource for demonstrating how AEGIS is really not anything like UNIX.

Getting Started With Your DOMAIN/IX System

Apollo Computer Inc. - 008017-00
1st. ed. [1986]

149 p. color illus., 5.5" x 8.5", PDF version 1.3

For users new to DOMAIN/IX: introduces Apollo's implementation of UNIX, and describes how it integrates with AEGIS. Also contains a brief introduction of the keyboard and display system, and how to edit text using the DM pad.

DOMAIN/IX User's Guide

Apollo Computer Inc. - 005803-00
1st. ed. [1985]

588 p. illus., 5.5" x 8.5", PDF version 1.3

Intended for users who are familiar with UNIX software, AEGIS software, and DOMAIN networks; contains papers normally included in volumes 2A, 2B, and 2C of the Bell Labs UNIX Programmer's Manual, revised to reflect the DOMAIN system environment. Describes the integration of 4.2BSD and SVR2 into AEGIS circa SR9.0, and reprints a great many classic UNIX research papers in its appendices.

TCP/IP Release Document Software Version 3.0

Apollo Computer Inc. - 005498-05
6th. ed. [1987]

50 p., 8.5" x 11", PDF version 1.3.

For DOMAIN SR9.5.

DOMAIN/IX BSD4.2 TCP/IP Release Document Software Version 3.0

Apollo Computer Inc. - 010231-00
1st. ed. [1987]

24 p., 8.5" x 11", PDF version 1.3

For DOMAIN SR9.5.

EtherBridge Software Release Document Software Release 1.4

Apollo Computer Inc. - 008922-03
4th. ed. [1987]

24 p., 8.5" x 11", PDF version 1.3

Describes the EtherBridge product, allowing DOMAIN internet routing nodes to communicate over an ETHERNET backbone.

EtherController-MB Software Release Document Software Release 2.0

Apollo Computer Inc. - 009743-00
1st. ed. [1987]

22 p., 8.5" x 11", PDF version 1.3

Describes the software for the EtherController-MB, allowing a MULTIBUS workstation to attach to an ETHERNET network.

C Language Software Release Document Software Release SR9.5

Apollo Computer Inc. - 005500-04
5th. ed. [1987]

30 p., 8.5" x 11", PDF version 1.3

Describes the C compiler (version 4.65) and library for DOMAIN SR9.5.

Be

BeBook 1.1d6

Be, Inc.
1st. ed. [1995]

722 p. illus., 8.5" x 11", PDF version 1.3

Full API reference documentation for Be system software release 1.1d6.

Compaq

Deskpro 386 Personal Computer Maintenance and Service Guide

Compaq Computer Corp. - 108033-003
3rd. ed. [1988]

276 p. color illus., 8.75" x 7.25", PDF version 1.3
Original damaged. Pages missing: 5-1, 5-2, 5-5, 5-6, 6-17, 6-18.

Troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair guide for use as reference when servicing the first-generation, 16 MHz COMPAQ DESKPRO 386 PC. Includes diagnostic information, options list and exploded parts diagrams.

Convergent Technologies

Assembly Language Manual

Convergent Technologies, Inc. - A-09-00012-01-A
1st. ed. [1980]

124 p. illus., 5.5" x 8.5", PDF version 1.3

CTOS macro assembler and 8086 assembly language reference. If you are not already familiar with the machine-level architecture of the Convergent Information Processing System, refer to the Central Processing Unit manual.

Debugger Manual

Convergent Technologies, Inc. - A-09-00320-01
3rd. ed. [1983]

92 p. illus., 5.5" x 8.5", PDF version 1.3

For release 9.0 of the CTOS debugger.

CTOS/VM Concepts

Convergent Technologies, Inc. - 09-00945-01
1st. ed. [1987]

676 p. illus., 5.5" x 8.5", PDF version 1.3
Original damaged. Appendix A absent; pages missing from Appendix G (Glossary) beginning at page G-40.

A programmer's introduction to the CTOS/VM operating system. Covers processes, memory management, communications, message passing, system I/O, file access methods, cluster management, etc.

Release Notice for 12.2 DV Build Tools (SAA-1300)

Convergent Technologies, Inc. - A-09-01251-01-D
[1988]

15 p., 5.5" x 8.5", PDF version 1.3

Release Notice for 11.3 / 11.4 Standard Software (SAA-3100)

Convergent Technologies, Inc. - 09-01330-01-E
[1989]

62 p., 5.5" x 8.5", PDF version 1.3

Release Notice for 11.3 Math Server (SAA-3100)

Convergent Technologies, Inc. - A-09-01329-01-C
[1988]

10 p., 5.5" x 8.5", PDF version 1.3

Release Notice for 11.4 Linker (SAA-3101)

Convergent Technologies, Inc. - 09-02044-01-A
[1988]

6 p., 5.5" x 8.5", PDF version 1.3

Release Notice for 11.5 Standard Software Update (SAA-3101)

Convergent Technologies, Inc. - A-09-02349-01-A
[1989]

21 p., 5.5" x 8.5", PDF version 1.3

Release Notice for 3.1 VAM (SAA-3401)

Convergent Technologies, Inc. - A-09-02269-01-A
[1989]

32 p., 5.5" x 8.5", PDF version 1.3

The Video Access Method software provides video graphics hardware support for CTOS. This version of the VAM software is required for operation of the GC-x04 hardware on any 286 or higher NGEN product.

Hewlett Packard

HP-UX Installing Peripherals HP 9000 Series 300 Computers

Hewlett Packard Co. - 97005-90002
6th. ed. [1989]

514 p. illus., 7" x 8.5", PDF version 1.3
Paper copy donated by Michael Wolfson.

This manual describes how to add many common peripherals and accessories to your HP Series 300 computer. Instructions are provided for interface and accessory cards, disk and tape drives, printers, plotters, graphics devices, HP-HIL devices, monitors, terminals, modems, and other peripherals.

Revised for HP-UX 7.0; no longer contains installation information for BASIC or Pascal workstations.

HP Apollo Series 400 Workstation HP-UX Owner's Guide

Hewlett Packard Co. - A1630-90006
1st. ed. [1990]

156 p. color illus., 7" x 9", PDF version 1.3

A cretinous introduction to using HP-UX on a Series 400 workstation.

Servicing the HP Apollo Series 400 Workstations

Hewlett Packard Co. - A1630-90007
1st. ed. [1990]

296 p. illus., 8.5" x 11", PDF version 1.3
Paper copy donated by Michael Wolfson.

Maintenance information for Customer Engineers, System Builders, and others needing to perform service on Series 400 workstations. Includes assembly, disassembly, troubleshooting, diagnostics, LED codes, jumper settings, etc. for systems running either DOMAIN/OS or HP-UX.

IBM

Personal Computer AT/370 Facts Folder

International Business Machines Corp. - G520-5087-1
[1985]

color illus., 22" x 8.5" fanfold, PDF version 1.3

Describes features and benefits of the IBM 5170-599 PC AT/370 single-user desktop VM/CMS workstation. Includes hardware characteristics, system options, and licensable System/370 program products.

RT PC Options Installation

International Business Machines Corp. - SA23-2609-0
3rd. ed. [1988]

254 p. color illus., 8.5" x 8.5", PDF version 1.3

Provides step-by-step instructions to help you install optional adapters, fixed-disk drives, and diskette drives in the IBM 6150 system unit, and optional adapters in the 6151 system unit. These instructions apply whether you are installing options in a new system, or adding options to a system already in use. It is written to cover every possible IBM RT PC system setup situation.

RT PC Virtual Resource Manager Programming Reference

International Business Machines Corp. - SC23-0816-0
1st. ed. [1987]

538 p. illus., 8.5" x 8.5", PDF version 1.3

Describes the Virtual Resource Manager (VRM)—a collection of processes, device drivers, and commands that control and extend hardware functions for an operating system. The VRM shields the operating system from hardware changes and allows more than one operating system (and their applications) to run simultaneously.

Also defines the Virtual Machine Interface (VMI) to the VRM. The VMI controls how an operating system communicates with the VRM: useful information to developers who design or modify operating systems components that run in the virtual machine environment.

5250 Information Display System Introduction

International Business Machines Corp. - GA21-9246-0
1st. ed. [1977]

30 p. illus., 8.5" x 11", PDF version 1.3

This publication describes the IBM 5250 Information Display System. The display system consists of the 5251 Display Station and the 5256 Printer. These machines are connected to System/34, yet each machine can be placed in a user's area that requires the services of the computing center.

The objective of this publication is to help the reader achieve a general understanding of the display system and how the display system can expand the capabilities of a data processing system.

System/36 Facts Folder

International Business Machines Corp. - G360-0809-04
5th. ed. [1985]

54 p., 3.5" x 8.5", PDF version 1.3

This facts folder describes the IBM System 36. Topics discussed include the IBM 5360, 5362 and 5364 System Units highlights, I/O devices, communications capabilities, the System Support Program (SSP), and application software.

System/36 Equipment and Programs

International Business Machines Corp. - G580-0451-5

trifold poster, color illus., 25.5" x 22", PDF version 1.3

Poster summarizing features of available storage, terminals, printers, and communications options for the various models of System/36.

System/36 Flexible Communications

International Business Machines Corp. - G580-0452-4

16 p. color illus., 8.5" x 11", PDF version 1.3

IBM solutions for business communications on the System/36. Summarizes host attachment, local and remote terminals and printers, communications controllers, supported protocols, encryption, and available communications software.

System/36 Integrated Office Applications

International Business Machines Corp. - G580-0454-5

16 p. color illus., 8.5" x 11", PDF version 1.3

IBM solutions for business and office applications on the System/36: DisplayWrite/36, Query/36, PC Support/36, IDDU, BRADS, mail merge, Personal Services/36, SNADS, DISOSS, and DIA integration, etc.

System/36 Business Graphics

International Business Machines Corp. - G580-0571-2

8 p. color illus., 8.5" x 11", PDF version 1.3

IBM solutions for business graphics on the System/36. Shows available chart types and output options.

Media Logic

Artisan—A Full Color, High Resolution Paint and Illustration System

Media Logic, Inc. - Artisan
[1986]

4 p. color illus., 8.5" x 11", PDF version 1.3

Artisan, from Media Logic Inc., is a high resolution paint, illustration, and desktop presentation system available for color workstations [such as the Silicon Graphics IRIS]. This low cost software system offers full color graphics, a sophisticated set of tools, and an advanced user interface.

Silicon Graphics

IRIS Terminal Guide

Silicon Graphics, Inc. - 5001-020-001-3
4th. ed. [1984]

88 p. illus., 6" x 9", PDF version 1.3

How to install and operate an IRIS 1000 or 1200 terminal. Includes a description of the terminal software installation, demonstration programs, host system communications options, diagnostics, configuration switches, and the serial communications protocol.

IRIS Workstation Guide

Silicon Graphics, Inc. - 5001-092-001-0
1st. ed. [1984]

170 p. illus., 6" x 9", PDF version 1.3

How to install and operate an IRIS 1400 or 1500 workstation. Includes a description of the workstation software installation, demonstration programs, UNIX system administration, crash recovery, diagnostics, configuration switches, IRIS floating point characteristics, the IRIS terminal programming environment, and information concerning the differences between GL1, GL1.9, and GL2 software.

IRIS Series 3000 Owner's Guide - Version 1.1

Silicon Graphics, Inc. - 007-5220-011
2nd. ed. [1986]

145 p. illus., 6" x 9", PDF version 1.3
Original damaged: Section 7 missing.

How to install and test IRIS 2300T and 3010 terminals, and IRIS 2400T, 2500T, 3020, and 3030 workstations. Includes a description of software installation, networking, demonstration programs, UNIX system administration, crash recovery, diagnostics, configuration switches, (optional peripherals), and IRIS Series 2000 Turbo product notes.

IRIS Series 3000 Owner's Guide - Version 2.0

Silicon Graphics, Inc. - 007-5220-020
3rd. ed. [1986] (?)

242 p. illus., 6" x 9", PDF version 1.3

How to install and test IRIS Series 3000 products, including the Series 3100 packages and the Series 2000 Turbo products. Includes a description of software installation, networking, demonstration programs, UNIX system administration, crash recovery, diagnostics, configuration switches, optional peripherals, and CRT display characteristics.

Using the Light Pen

Silicon Graphics, Inc. - 007-6102-010
1st. ed. [1986]

10 p. illus., 6" x 9", PDF version 1.3

Connecting, using and programming for the light pen with the IRIS Series 2000 or 3000.

Using the Laser Printer

Silicon Graphics, Inc. - 007-6103-020
2nd. ed. [1987]

58 p. illus., 6" x 9", PDF version 1.3

Installing and using the Apple LaserWriter printer on the IRIS workstation.

Using the Color Printer

Silicon Graphics, Inc. - 007-6104-020
2nd. ed. [1987]

54 p. illus., 6" x 9", PDF version 1.3

Installing and using the Mitsubishi G500, Seiko 5312, Versatec ECP-42, or Tektronix 4692 color printers on the IRIS workstation with optional Centronics interface.

VMS XNS Series 2000/3000 Software Guide

Silicon Graphics, Inc. - 007-0302-010
1st. ed. [1986]

32 p., 6" x 9", PDF version 1.3

This package contains the documentation needed to install and use XNS software on a VAX running the VMS operating system. It is comprised of:

VMS XNS Software Notes, part number 5001-002-001-0

Although VMS XNS software release contains all the capabilities of the standard workstation release, some features have not been fully implemented, it requires certain workarounds. These notes document workarounds associated with the release and minor bugs not mentioned in the list of known problems in the documentation.

VMS XNS Software Installation Series 2000, part number 5001-004-001-0

This document discusses the XNS software Revision N2.3 for VAX/VMS. It contains software installation and testing procedures, file descriptions, and diagnostic procedures.

VMS XNS User's Guide, part number 5001-003-001-0

This document describes XNS software library and utilities programs for VMS. It discusses procedural interface, usage, problems, and restrictions and contains descriptions of the XNS library routines and the three client application programs: xx, xlogin, and xcp.

GL2-T2.4 and GL2-T3.4 Terminal Release Notes

Silicon Graphics, Inc. - 007-3501-010
1st. ed. [1986]

32 p., 6" x 9", PDF version 1.3

Features in software release GL2-T2.4 for the IRIS 2000, 2200, and 2300 terminals, and GL2-T3.4 for the IRIS 2300 Turbo and 3010 terminals. GL2-T2.4 adds support for the Extent File System on the IRIS 2300.

GL2-W2.4 Workstation Release Notes

Silicon Graphics, Inc. - 007-3101-010
1st. ed. [1986]

41 p., 6" x 9", PDF version 1.3

Features in software release GL2-W2.4 for the IRIS 2400 and 2500 workstations. GL2-W2.4 adds support for the Extent File System.

GL2-W3.4 Workstation Release Notes

Silicon Graphics, Inc. - 007-3203-010
1st. ed. [1986]

28 p., 6" x 9", PDF version 1.3

Features in software release GL2-W3.4 for the IRIS Series 3000 workstations, and IRIS Series 2000 workstations with the Turbo Option upgrade.

GL2-W3.5 Workstation Release Notes

Silicon Graphics, Inc. - 007-3204-010
1st. ed. [1986]

51 p., 6" x 9", PDF version 1.3

Features in software release GL2-W3.5 for the IRIS Series 3000 workstations, and IRIS Series 2000 workstations with the Turbo Option upgrade.

GL2-W3.6 Workstation Release Notes

Silicon Graphics, Inc. - 007-3206-010
1st. ed. [1987]

46 p., 6" x 9", PDF version 1.3

Features in software release GL2-W3.6 for the IRIS Series 3000 workstations, and IRIS Series 2000 workstations with the Turbo Option upgrade.

IRIS 3100 Series Workstations

Silicon Graphics, Inc. - LW-3100-01 11/86
[1986]

color illus., 25.5" x 11" fanfold, PDF version 1.3

The IRIS 3100 Series Workstations combine the general-purpose computing power of the MC68020 with the real-time 3-D graphics processing capabilities of the Geometry EngineTM, providing an ideal solution for applications requiring fast, high-resolution, color graphics.

Indigo2 Product Guide

Silicon Graphics, Inc. - INDIGO2-TM-GD 09/94
[1994]

8 p. color illus., 8.5" x 11", PDF version 1.3

What makes the Indigo2 so cool? This stuff does.

Pipeline - Fall 1985

Silicon Graphics, Inc. - 5001-094-003-1
Vol. II nr. 1 [1985]

16 p. illus., 6" x 9", PDF version 1.3

IRIS 2400 Turbo Option; new Geometry Engines; software release 2.3; performance tips; VMS XNS software available; Julia sets; double-buffered windows.

Pipeline - Spring 1986

Silicon Graphics, Inc. - 007-7086-010
Vol. III nr. 1 [1986]

20 p. illus., 6" x 9", PDF version 1.3

2.4 and 3.4 releases; 3.3.1 update release; IRIS Series 3000; customer support programs; cartridge tape maintenance; Z clipping; technical publications; graftals; curve and patch subdivision; network programming; perspective().

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Bob Saunders: 9 Feb. 2003

Interview notes: TX-0 history, late 1950s MIT TMRC personalities.

Bob Saunders: 5 Apr. 2003

Reminisces about TX-0, Spacewar, AN/FSQ-32, SuperSAGE, LISP, evolution of software...

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